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Apple iOS Bypass Passcode Lock Vulnerability

Last Update Date: 23 Sep 2013 15:48 Release Date: 23 Sep 2013 3886 Views

RISK: Medium Risk

TYPE: Operating Systems - Mobile & Apps

TYPE: Mobile & Apps

A vulnerability has been identified in Apple iOS. A local user can bypass the passcode lock feature and access photos or make a phone call.

  1. A local user can invoke the Apple Control Center and bypass the passcode lock screen to access photos and related photo sharing applications.
  2. A local user can invoke the emergency calls and bypass the passcode lock screen to make a phone call.

Impact

  • Security Restriction Bypass

System / Technologies affected

  • Apple iOS 7

Solutions

  • Note: No patch is currently available

Vulnerability Identifier

  • No CVE information is available

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